Veterinary Technician

Wisconsin Veterinary Neurology And Surgical Center

Veterinary Technician

Mequon, WI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Company parties

    Competitive salary

    Employee discounts

    Free food & snacks

    Free uniforms

    Health insurance

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Parental leave

    Training & development

    Tuition assistance

    Vision insurance

    Wellness resources

    Benefits/Perks

    Health Insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    Eye/Dental Insurance through Delta Vision and Delta Dental

    Uniform Allowance

    16 days of PTO

    Short Term Disability

    Term life Insurance

    401k Retirement Plan with Company Matching

    CE Allowance

    Competitive Compensation

    Fun Working Environment

    Interact with Pets

    Position Summary

    We are looking to hire a licensed veterinary technician with a desire to join a close-knit growing organization that specializes in small animal Veterinary Neurology. The applicant will be expected to provide compassionate patient care, positive client experiences, and is expected to be a good team player.

    Wisconsin Veterinary Neurology and Surgical Center offers in-house high field magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), neurological surgical procedures, and other specialized diagnostic/treatment modalities. In addition to offering state-of-the-art veterinary care for our patients, we strive to provide our team members not just a job but a career, while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

    Mission Statement:

    Wisconsin Veterinary Neurology and Surgical Center will provide compassionate and exceptional care to dogs and cats that have neurologic disorders, while also improving the lives of our employees and the communities that we serve.

    Veterinary Technician Responsibilities:

    Triaging patients, taking vitals, and acquiring patient histories.

    Assisting with diagnostic procedures, which includes but is not limited to MRI, CSF taps, radiographic studies, and others.

    Client communication, which includes discussing treatment plans, estimates/payment options, phone calls, and discharges.

    Phlebotomy

    IV catheter placement

    Induction/monitoring general anesthesia/sedation

    Operation of a mechanical ventilator

    Operating autoclave and Sterlink (cold) sterilizer.

    Processing specimens in the in-house laboratory and submitting specimens to outside laboratories.

    Calculating medication dosages and providing dosage instructions for clients.

    Keeping accurate patient records.

    Assisting with neurologic surgical procedures.

    Veterinary technicians are expected to help/assist with carrying of patients. Generally, this means an ability to lift up to 50lbs.

    Veterinary Technician Requirements:

    Must have a valid CVT license in the state of Wisconsin.

    Proficient computer skills.

    Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

    Outstanding people skills.

    Ability to multitask in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

    Team player.

    Ability to bend, kneel, and safely handle large and/or difficult patients

    Hours and Proposed Schedule

    · 35-40 hours/week Monday through Friday

    · Willing to work overtime/stay past scheduled shift based on needs of the hospital

    · Four 10hr shifts/wk, or five 8 hr shifts/wk

    · 1-2 holiday on/call shifts per year (additional compensation is provided for these holiday shifts)

    · Weekend coverage as needed

    · Current Daytime Shifts:

    -7am-5pm

    -9am-7pm

    -11am-9pm

    -Subject to change